Place coconut, coconut oil, peppermint oil and maple syrup into Thermomix bowl and blend 10 sec/speed 6. Stop and scrape down sides of bowl and around the blade. Repeat 4 times or until you are happy with the texture.
Add almonds if using during last blend. Line a baking tray with paper.
Using wet hands, form into 10-12 large balls, pushing together to compress mixture.
Place into the fridge for at least ½ hour.
Place chocolate and 2 tsp additional coconut oil into a tall preferably plastic container. Melt in the microwave on highest setting for 1-2 minutes, (or as needed) stirring vigorously with a spatula between bursts of heat. Once the entire thing is liquid, and glossy, place the container onto a folded tea towel on your benchtop.
Dip each ball into chocolate using two spoons or forks, coating completely and generously. Place onto a flat tray to set.
Return to the fridge until set.
Serve with coffee or as an After Dinner Mint.